Whethan - Fall Out Girl [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A collaboration between 23-year-old electronic DJ and producer, Whethan and Florida-based rapper, Zai1k, “Fall Out Girl,” is a high-energy, feel-good track that comes alive right from the start.

’Zai and I linked up in Miami and made a bunch of cool ideas. ‘Fall Out Girl’ was inspired by the Miami lifestyle and is a perfect sunny drive with the top back, a pop hit to blast til’ the neighbors knock.’ -Whethan

The combination of artistic talents here works well and every element adds to the listener’s engagement of the track. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bedouin Soundclash - Walk Through Fire [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This is a tough track to put a label on. Reggae? Pop Punk? American? There are elements of all three, but no matter what you call the genre, Bedouin Soundclash has given us an infectious track that burrows its way deep down in your soul. “Walk Through Fire” stuck with me through multiple listens and I found myself singing along long after the track had ended. This is one that will continue to impress no matter how many times you listen. A fun, energetic build and easy to join in chorus makes it a clear hit in my eyes. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Elodie Rêverie - LA Love [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Elodie Rêverie stands out in a way that few artists are able to achieve. From the first notes to the distinct vocal tone, she manages to stamp her mark right fromt he start. We have featured a handful of her tracks her at LA on Lock as an adoptive daughter of the LA music scene, she has carved out a definite place in the musical landscape with her distinctive vocals and strong songwriting. “LA Love” adds to her prowess with a energetic build and those soft emotive vocals that draw the listener deep inside the track.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

8 BALL AND MJG - They Don't Love You [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“They gave us a snippet during the Verzuz battle but 8 Ball and MJG are coming back with the classics. Their latest single “They Don’t Love You” is about knowing how to recognize the fake people in your life. The are staying true to their roots with the classic Memphis beat and visual location. ”

— Kreadiv K [LA On Lock Bloggers]

Francisco Martin - Narcissist [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Many of us catch ourselves being in selfish or unappealing way, and recognizing those tendencies exist helps guide us. Francisco Martin puts that perspective into song form and that gives us even more chance to reflect and realize we are not alone in this pursuit of being better each and every day. A tender vulnerable song with energy is tough to pull off but ‘Narcissist’ doe exactly that.

A fun ride!”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

PKAY - temporary highs [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Life is indeed a roller coaster ride of emotions, and how we handle the highs is just as important as how we face the lows. PKAY takes on that very thought with ‘Temporary Highs’ an energetic track with a node of the hat to 90s era Pop Punk.

I hear hints of No Doubt in the sound, but less of that SKA influence and a touch heavier Pop leaning. A track that will get you moving and thinking at the same time. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jelani Aswad - Death Around the Corner (DATC) [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jelani Aswad single has an interesting title but an even stronger meaning.”

”Death Around the Corner” is about being so close to the end but living to see another day. The beat has a Caribbean tempo that will make you want to dance despite its lyrical context. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogge]

Trent Vine - Weed & Caviar [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Weed and Caviar is an exquisite song that will have you kicking back. Trent Vine searches for his own crowd to hang with but comes with the most needed essentials. I like the arrangement and the overall delivery. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Gina Naomi Baez - skyline [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Gina Naomi Baez is a successful actor and multi-talented artist. Her latest track, ‘skyline’ is about finding and holding on to positivity even when life turns dark and tumultuous. A slow building and emotional delivery holds the listener tight and well-written lyrics keep the intrigue and attachment at peak levels. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

S-X - His Problem Now [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A soulful Pop groove, ‘His Problem Now’ is an emotional ode to moving on even though your heart isn’t fully in doing so. A track about trying to let go when you would prefer to hold on, the lyrical build is honest and vulnerable and the good bye is both heartfelt and gut wrenching.

I could see this track leading to a few reconciliations if the breakup wasn’t too harsh to begin with but either way the emotions are relatable for many of us. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Charlie John - All I Know [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The mixture of instruments glides you into the song. Charlie John latest single “All I know” is an emotional track that allows one to be aware of their feelings and the affect it has on others. The cool pop track is about love and heartbreak with an energetic tempo.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Delilah Blower - This Ain't Love - [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The vocal tone carries a bit of Amy Winehouse, but the groove and build feels more like ZZ Ward. Either way, Delilah Blower is her own artist and certainly delivers the it factor right from the start.

”This Ain’t Love’ is the kind of track that sinks its hooks in deeper and deeper as you listen, and that sticks with you long after the final note has faded from your ears.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Elle Baez Pretty - Insecurities [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sometimes we just want to be ourselves but even when we do that people still have something to say. They are going to talk about what we wear, how we take a photo, social media was suppose to be fun yet it’s draining. Elle Baez “Pretty Insecurities” is about people caring more about the outside than the inside.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Reverse Mechanic - Stained Glass [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The world is going through so much. Instead of progressing its like we are being set back years and years. Reverse Mechanic’s single “Stained Glass” provides musical healing and let’s us know everything will be ok. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Tommy Stoner x Young Thug - Bachelor [Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Despite what is going on it is good to hear Young Thug on a track. Tommy Stoner’s “Bachelor” is about living your life. Going out, having fun, throwing racks on your own terms. The tempo is intriguing which makes you want to see the visual.”

— Krediv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Philip Halloun - Don't Wanna Love You (Radio Edit)

Rating: 5 out of 5

“The emotions are in the melody. Philip Halloun’s debut single “Don’t Wanna Love You” is about learning to heal from a broken heart but not knowing how to move on. You know you should let go and will let go but your heart won’t let you love again. The emotional hurt can be felt throughout the song as you hope there is a way to change how you feel.”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Hard Lights, ECHŌWALL, Jaimes- [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I like the snapping of the fingers over the melody. Hard Lights, ECHŌWALL, Jaimes latest single “Stereotype Of A Broken Mind” is about holding on but then questioning yourself and realizing all the reasons you are holding on to something. Sometimes we blame people or use different outlets to escape but the truth is our mind can be broken. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh [LA On Lock Blogger]

Kelaska - Honey [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Breakups are maybe the best fodder for songs that there is. Raw emotions and heartache have given us some great and memorable songs and now, Kelaska delivers another great title hitting that theme. ‘Honey’ offers that sweet taste of revenge in Sythnpop glory and so much of what is said mirrors thoughts we’ve all had in this situation.

Despite hitting some familiar ground the arrangement and lyrical makeup blends with vocal talent to make this track stand out and resonate. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Roses & Revolutions - Something Real [Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“We all want to feel and experience something real. This track was specifically written during quarantine by artists missing the energy and emotion of live shows after being relegated to playing for faceless audiences over the computer, the lyrical content has a universal message we can all relate to and appreciate.

This is a songwriter’s ballad, a heartfelt pouring out of emotion that truly transcends gerne and simply is a meaningful and magical song, timeless in sound and appeal. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bonnie The Planet - Ariel [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I loved the writing of this track above all else but that is not to say the vocal talent doesn’t shine as well. There is an honest almost conversational vibe to the lyrical build and the emotive delivery feels every bit as genuine.

Dark and light at the same time this single really simply felt honest and true the way few artists can pull off. Add in a unique vocal tone and songwriting that didn’t really hit me as similar to things I’ve heard before and I was hooked by the talent and uniqueness. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger