ZUSO - Take Me (Feat Jaki Nelson) [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Sydney based producer, ZUSO teams up with the vocal talent of LA’s Jaki Nelson for this after hours vibe that wraps around the listener like a firm hug. A track that simply feels right and comfortable, ‘Take Me’ is sort of tranquil and calm, yet still uplifting.

The production is spot on and the vocals sync perfectly to create the exact track you need after a long night of being on the dancefloor.

Call it a coming down song if you will but don’t dismiss this one as an afterthought, as it certainly has strong legs of its own.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

SUNKIN - Bellicose Grounds [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Riding an almost sarcastic lyrical build, SUNKIN delivers this track with a subtle energy that sells the vibe and sentiments quite well. Each listen I gave the track unleashed new little lyrical gems and the wry delivery captivated me as well.

An Indie Rock gem that spoke to me louder with each replay. The chorus stuck in my head and I found myself signing along throughout the day which made me eager to give the track another listen.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock BLogger

Only Bricks - Bang! Bang! [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Starting tranquil and almost serene, Only Bricks pulls the trigger about forty-five seconds in, and ‘Bang! Bang!’ the track explodes. The vibe goes back and forth keeping the listener on edge for what’s coming next, creating a danceable track with legs of its own.

The talent shines and fortunately the track delivers an arrangement that feels as unique as it does artful. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Courtney Govan - at least [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A painful heartfelt ode to the end. In this case it was a friendship that abruptly ended via text without much of an explanation. But the emotions are the same for any relationship, and here, Courtney Govan offers them up in singer/songwriter perfection.

The track feels a touch theatrical at times, but never at the sacrifice of the emotional pain that is tangible from the first note of this soaring number.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ceara Cavalieri - Bad Thing [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Pop with attitude has dominated lately especially from the talented female artists dominating the charts. To that end, Ceara Cavalieri has joined the fray with ‘Bad Thing,’ a track that is easy to sing along with and chant like a mantra for anyone looking to draw lines in the sand.

Lyrically, I did want a bit more but I could not deny the infectious beat and chorus so being left wanting more here was far from a dealbreaker for me.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Savage334 - Diamonds [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The intro hit me with Rihanna, ‘We Found Love’ vibes though once Savage334 dropped in with that deliberate and direct flow, the track stood all on its own.

Lyrically, the blows land with emotion and grit and the build kept me leaning in for every last word.

’Diamonds’ unleashes its meaning and intent rather with a clear sparkle, though the nuances and inflections make it a track you can listen to over and over again and still discover new emotions along the way. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

M'Lynn - Safety Net [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A smooth and easy groove combines with a steady rhythm to keep this track moving with ease and grace. The vocal talent is silky and tender, and instills a nice romantic vibe.

Lyrically, I did crave a bit more, but even with that, this is a track I could listen to for years to come. An apt mood setter, and affirmation of the idea that everything feels right when you are secure and stable in your love.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Frank Dennis - West [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Frank Dennis drops this moody and brooding flow that sets a melancholic tone right from the start. The writing is sharp, and the lines land with a deliberate flow that sights in its targets, and hits the mark with emotional punch. I like the stripped down value as it allows the intent to land unimpeded. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ricky Davaine - Metamorphosis [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Ricky Davaine drops this in your face yet melodic groove that tell it like it is. ‘Metamorphosis’ is about recognizing the user and abuser and takers of the worlds and changing to protect yourself and your future.

The lyrical flow is dead on and the tone works well for the message being delivered. The track does a good job of straddling a coupe different vibes and gene lines and in doing so creates its own brand of sound. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Ava Della Pietra - Happy For You [Music Video Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Ava Della Pietra has the kind of talent that immediately commands your attention. Of course her stellar vocals are not Ava’s only talent, as this Broadway actress is no stranger to the spotlight. The theatrical influence does come through in her vocal style, though not at the sacrifice of the Indie Pop vibe that also conjures thoughts of Taylor Swift at times.

’Happy For You’ is an emotional journey well worth taking. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Bright Kelly - Shake Til the Fever is Gone [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Bright Kelly offers up an emotive Indi Folk track that has hints of Springsteen, John Prine, and a more obscure but equally talented Tom Russell. ‘Shake Til the Fever is Gone’ is not the kind of Commercial track we generally feature but is the kind of song that is honest and genuine and speak to the heart. A songwriter’s ode to acceptance I guess you might say, the track is one that delivers on its emotions with purpose. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jake Knox - Jake is Dead (Head Underwater) [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Jake Knox gives us a rocking Ska track about climbing out of the pits of despair. We all get in those low mental spots and how we respond can not only determine our future trajectory but can shorten or lengthen these buts of despair. This is the kind of track that reminds we are not alone in an entertaining fashion and can help us to pick up and move on when we need to. Knox describes it as ‘the most personal song he’s ever written’ and in that passion, listeners will find their own relevance. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Collection - Love at the End of the World [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“The Collection brings a fresh new approach to the world of love songs. ‘Love at the End of the World’ is about finding love in a world that is falling apart and how we all need to keep living as best we can in the face of conflict and turmoil. The emotive vocals hooked me the writing is smart and intelligent while maintaining an emotional relevance.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Pauric O Meara - come home [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Pauric O Meara offers this heartfelt track as an extended hand for those down and out and needing help or at least an encouraging word.

’Come Home’ is a call for those who have wandered off path and need a safe haven. The emotive vocal style and musical build combine to instill hope while still maintaining an edge of anxiety which gives the track an added sense of credibility and resonance.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Charlotte Sands - Alright [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Charlotte Sands wants to be a voice and an inspiration to all the people who consider themselves to be outsiders, freaks, or imply different than the so-called normies of the world, and ‘Alright’ is an anthem of sorts created for that purpose.

The soaring vocal talent is accompanied by an emotive delivery and passion that is tangible throughout the track. I felt every word of this track and will be adding it to a number of playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Paul Cook & The Chronicles - Somebody Else [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Memories often start benign enough but if we have regrets and pain associated those same memories can make our mind fall into chaos and anxiety. This track follows that same path with a nice gentle entry before building into a bit of ordered madness. And in doing so, the writing perfectly captures how many pf us deal with this sorts of mental trips. I was left craving more which is both good and bad I suppose.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Lorelei Marcell x Hardcastle - Flashbacks [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Art is often born of heartache and despair and this track certainly has that feel. ‘Flashbacks’ is all about reflecting on the past and dealing with the mix of regrets and missteps we all make. The back and forth nature of the two sets of vocals play well off each other and makes the emotion truly tangible int he way few Pop songs manage to pull off. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Songbird - Stubborn [Music Review]

“Stubbornness can be a good thing when it comes in the form of determination. Songbird highlights that aspect in ‘Stubborn’ a track about not giving in when problems arise and trusting in love to carry your forward no matter what. Stubborn love is what it takes for any relationship to survive and that along with an infectious energy carries this track forward and makes it oh so relevant. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Rating: 4 out of 5

Eiza Murphy - Haunted [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Trying to love someone whose heart still belongs to another is a futile effort and on the track ‘Hanted,’ Eiza Murphy explores the frustration and hopeless feeling of doing exactly that. The emotive vocals sell the story and emotion quite well on this short but effective gut punch of a single. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

After Kepler - Beers On Mars [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“While set in LA, this track has a universal appeal and perfectly captures the magic of a night where you are free to explore and take on the world soo or alongside friends. The chill vibe and silky vocals feel like that drive where traffic is light and you catch every green light along the way to a place you are eager to be. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger