Laura Tsaggaris - LEAD ME [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is a beautifully written and performed track about a feeling that prevails for many of us in these troubled times. ‘Lead Me’ is about not feeling like you are doing enough to improve the world and fight the hatred that comes out in certain aspects of society. it is a song of strength about trying to find a way to take a productive stand in the face of turmoil. Even when staying silent might be the easier path to take because fighting injustice is the right thing to do even if that injustices isn’t your own.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Sarah Barrios - Help ft. Rence [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is the rare song that did not immediately capture my interest, but came with enough talent to keep me invested in and listening close until suddenly I realized that I was completely enthralled and eager for the next line.

The emotion hear feels genuine, and the performances refused to let me go while that personal attachment grew and built.

Sarah Barrios does the heavy lifting but don’t sleep on the interlude provide by Rence, as his voice added a nice touch.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

ØZWALD - Fair Thee Well [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I like the blending of the Retro 60s vibe, with the contemporary mood this set of lyrics left me with. The track stays mellow throughout, though it well established an emotional brand of melancholy that served the song well. The smooth harmonies and easy groove melodically make it an easy track to stay with and fall into.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Danny Wright - RECKLESS [Review]

“A track of unrest and insecurity, ‘Reckless’ is the kind of song that seems to reach inside our minds and put to words the very thoughts permeating in our brains.

The build and vocal delivery is spot on with the lyrical build. Danny Wright pulls you in and holds you there from start to finish with this rising crescendo on this single. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Eiza Murphy - Black Hole [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The more I listened to this track, the deeper I fell into the emotions behind it. Eiza Murphy delivers a hauntingly emotional vocal performance, though for me it was the power of the songwriting that most captivated me and held my attention over and over again. The piano and build of the music perfectly matched the mood and emotion of the words. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Eva Snyder - Transparent [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Eva Snyder has the kind of vocal tone that makes you lean in from the very first note, and her latest single, ‘Transparent’ holds you there with the honesty of its writing and an energetic arrangement and delivery.

Like a conversation with a close friend this track feels candid and in that we find bits of our own fears, insecurities and feelings.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Stupkid - Fine [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Listening to this track gives you the same sensation you get while walking along the boardwalk on a warm sunny day ... when the scent of the ocean is in the air, the buskers are playing your favorite song, and the girls are all smiling your way.

Carefree and energetic are the two words that come to mind here so kick back and listen to feel the warm sun no matter where you happen to be.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Liam Rorke - Questions [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“One narrative. One Journey.

This is used to describe Liam’s talent as he sits at the piano and allows his fingers and vocals to tell a musical story.

Liam Rorke’s new single ‘Questions’ is about an ongoing cycle to want to know more even when there are no answers to your questions. His sound is organic with emotional vocals accompanied by a calm mannerism. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh

Music and Lyrics by Liam Rorke Produced, mixed and mastered by Michael Tan Piano: Max Lambert Verse 1 I try not to count the ways I’m lonely I try not to dwell on what I miss Being apart I’m finding it hard To keep you off my mind Feels like my heart Always gets tangled in the past Pre Chorus Scares me to say it What I’m praying for is you And to come home And that our love can resume And if wanting was enough There would be no questions But facing the truth What can I do? Verse 2 There are days that I am hopeful Are those feelings a mistake? I feel my heart It flickers and starts When i remember Just how special Just how real these feelings are And I cant let it go Pre Chorus But I Know that there can be no answers Not while Not while we, we are apart So this cycle, It continues It goes on and on But facing the truth What do you do? Chorus When it’s all too much But never enough The answers they keep escaping And the Questions are hard These riddles of love They keep you second guessing And every time I think I’ve found it The Questions start again

ASPyN - Black & Blue [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“At the age of 16, Artist ASPyN is aware of her worth. In her new single ‘Black & Blue ‘ she points out the flaws of her mate. From being hypocritical to just pitiful she sees nothing special in him. The song is soft spoken, but stern. If you ever felt hurt, pain, or hid behind ‘Black & Blue’ this song is for you.”

— Kreadiv Kesh

Abigail Fierce - Some Sorta Goodbye [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Abigail Fierce has that same sort of sultry vocal tone that catapulted Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac into stardom though Fierce delivers more of a Folksy singer/songwriter vibe here on this track. ‘Some Sorta Goodbye’ is about looking for the end of a relationship straight from the very beginning. The expectation things will end badly, so the act of self-sabotage keeps the loss from being on someone else’s terms. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Izzy Staden - One Look One Touch [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The energy and progression of this track swept me up and carried me along. The falling in love trope may be the most popular one in all of music, but still the emotion of being lovestruck is as powerful of an emotion as any of us can experience, so time and time again it is a refrain that speak to the masses.

Izzy Staden puts her own unique perspective on the matter here, with a rapid Pop style delivery that makes you feel the rising euphoria quite well. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Arms Akimbo - Dizzy [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Life on the road is not easy for any band or touring act, and yet the allure and call is inescapable. LA Indie Rock band, Arms Akimbo, takes a dive into those aspects with their latest single, ‘Dizzy.’ A smooth melody and infectious lyrical build makes you almost feel the wheels rolling beneath you as you sit back and miss about everything back at home, while still mesmerized by the allure of that next stop on tour.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Matt Hansen - warn me right before i fall in love [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A light airy song of heartache and sadness ... because ... Hey, if you’re going to feel the pain you might as well do so with a jaunty little melody.

Matt Hansen has a bit of Jack Johnson to his sound and soul and this track is one that simply feels like an honest ode to heartbreak. The EDm vibes deeper in did not hold me as wella s the early emotion and energy, but this is still a worthwhile track from a talented young artist. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Maella - Melting Butter [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Coming at you with an alluring, almost sinister charm, Maella seduces the listener with a smooth vocal delivery that invites you in before the darker emotions grab your heart and squeeze.

’Melting Butter’ is a brooding track that for me conjured thoughts of a time in Rock music when grit and passion overshadowed glossy production and million dollar smiles.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Girlcrush - I'm Easy [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Written after a sex dream, the group is quoted as saying, ‘We hope this track makes people horny!’

Which begs the question ... Is there any purer motivation to create music out there? Straight out of Denmark, Girlcrush describe themselves as ... Queer-feminists playing jangly, earnest pop-punk.

’I’m Easy’ gives off a sultry rock vibe that harkens thoughts of Joan Jett, The Go-Gos, and other that paved the way, but the band still feels original and contemporary by delivering their own sound and attitude.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Thee Unemployed - Decade [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Thee Unemployed layers in a bit of funk-infused energy to their latest track, ‘Decade.’ This duo utilizes a fast paced flow to lay out their confident belief that this is their decade to shine and make their mark.

The energy gathers you in on this track and the lyrical flow comes straight at you in a way that is irresistible. Get ready to move with this one.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Loudmouth Lisa - Ata Corina [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Straight up rock guitar, like you rarely hear these days ,ushers in this track which offers a unique sound and delivery style to lay out the wryly sharp lyrics. You could call this metal for the jaded thinking man, or supercharged Rock and Roll for those unafraid to take a stimulating lyrical journey into the minds of the pissed off and the fed up.

Maybe those are one and the same, but Loudmouth Lisa is clearly a band that doesn’t really give a shit what you call their message — long as you heed the words.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

THE LAST ALEXANDER - Break Da Safe [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track utilizes the beat and production behind it as well as any music out there. The writing comes with a solid hook, and the vibe is made all the stronger for the way it is unfurled around the beat rather than on top if it. The flow is engaging and the lyrics wryly sharp, making this a track you can easily connect to, and fall in step with. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Mighty - Faith [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Lean in and pay attention, because Mighty is going to keep you on your ties with his latest single, ‘Faith.’

In a track that brings in a wealth of styles and sounds across multiple genres, MIghty gives us a track that feels big, bold, and inventive. The fact this arrangement was able to pull off such a mix without coming across as a song trying to do too much speaks loud of the talent involved.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Yung Gravy "oops!" - [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Make no mistake Yung Gravy knows what he’s doing at the mic, and he knows what he’s doing with your lady. Don’t be fooled by the ‘Oops’ and mocking tone of his latest track, he ain’t playin’ play. This is aa fun lively track full of wry humor and swag in pure Yung Gravy style. Get on board and have some fun by checking out Yung Gravy’s entire new album, Gasanova, which is out now.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)