Bad Flamingo - Keep Off of You [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“As always, Bad Flamingo delivers a true vibe with their music. This latest single, ‘Keep Off of You’ has hints of Alt-Country with a bit of a Billie Eilish feel at times. The attitude, and mysterious sexiness of the band adds to the allure, though at the end of the day, it is rich vocal tones and a razor sharp lyrical edge that cuts through the fray and makes Bad Flamingo stand out.

I hope to catch these power duo live and in person one of these days, and until then I look forward to see what they unfurl next.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

GAYLE - everybody hates me [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“GAYLE has established her talented presence with a string of hits and her latest release, ‘Everybody Hates Me,’ is the next offering from this rising star. The energy is a bit tongue-in-cheek and sarcastic, though the emotions and vulnerability are also lurking there in the mix.

GAYLE has the ability to create entertaining and fun vibes while still coming with a bit of hard-edged truth to the lyrical content as well.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Morgan Lane - All In My Head (feat. Bailey Jehl) [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Heartaches and breakups might be the most written about subject matter so it it is tough to stand out with those themes and yet, Morgan Lane in conjunction with the vocal talent of Bailey Jehl manages just that. ‘All In MY Head’ is about the disorienting feeling of seeing your former partner move on quickly and completely leaving you to wonder of what you felt was ... All in your head. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock

VAVO - Waitin' On It [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“VAVO has exploded recently so if they have been ‘Waitin’ In It,’ they don’t have to wait any longer. Coming on the heels of their smash hit, ‘Take Me Home,’ the duo is currently sitting on top of charts and the Dance Pop world.

This track has a slightly subdued feel that is the perfect follow and shows a bit of diversity that will help carry them a long way to longevity. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock

Lisa Heller - Hollow [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I don’t always connect with the soft distant production values of Bedroom Pop, but some track simply fit well into such a structure and set of dynamics. Lisa Heller’s ‘Hollow’ is such a song as it dips and soars in the same manner our emotions do and the writing, in conjunction with Heller’s talented delivery, brings that all to life on this disarming single. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Dylan Dunlap - Right [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dylan Dunlap delivers his single, ‘Right,’ with emotional precision and a delicate, yet deliberate build that highlights his vocal range and talent. Diving in on his own vulnerability and longing, Dunlap gives us a song we can all relate to as we struggle to find solid ground after a rough breakup.

A beautiful track that makes sense of what can be a disorienting experience. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Dot. - Indigo [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Dot. has the kind of vocal tone that simply invites the listener in. Soft and tranquil and rich in tone much like Norah Jones, Dot. takes us an a smooth easy vocal journey through being proud and happy with your work and not succumbing to the outside pressure of bending your art to the needs and wants of others. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Sitting On Stacy - I'm Not Dead Anymore [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Lyrically brilliant, ‘I’m Not Dead Anymore’ comes out blazing with a truly a unique vibe. The band, formerly known as Paper, changed their name to Sitting On Stacy to better stand out given an internet search of Paper turns up far more than info on the band.

This three piece Southern California Ska band has carved a name for themselves regionally and is poised to climb even higher with strong writing and the talent to performs it all live.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

The Vaxxines - Drink Beer and Destroy [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Saint Patrick’s day is coming, so we all need a good drinking anthem to help us let loose and celebrate.

The Vaxxines have just what the doctor orders with their energetic track, ‘Drink Beer and Destroy.’ No it’s not Celtic Rock per say, though I can imagine holding a glass high and belting this out with other patrons in an Irish pub any day of the year.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Codefendants - Def Cons [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Utilizing a variety of tempos and deliveries, the Codefendants capture magic with ‘Def Cons.’ A blend of Punk, Ska, Hip-Hop, and Skater Punk makes up the overall arrangement. Each set of vocals delivers a different tone, and yet they all mesh and sync to create one wondrous piece of music. Lyrically, the track has just as much to offer, and I’ll definitely be adding this one to several playlists and listening to it for years to come.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Rohan - So Paid [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“No one ever reaches the top of the mountain without struggling to get there. Rohan uses a smooth and easy delivery on this flow about fighting through the pain to reach to the place you want to be in life.

The track utilizes a Rap flow, but also has the groove of a slow and soulful R&B track giving the vibe an added dimension and accessibility to the emotional thread of the lyrical build.”

— Travis Erwin @ LA on Lock Blogger

Parris LaVon - WEAK [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Parris LaVon shares a bit of vulnerability on this flow, but despite the title of the track he clearly is anything but ‘Weak.’

We all have our problems and roadblocks but persevering and coming out the other side is what defines who and what we are. The beat and rhythm here are smooth and the lyrical flow lands its emotional punches with a raw earnest vibe that feels genuine. A track to listen to over and over again to appreciate the various nuances.

Be sure and check out the entire new album, WINTER IV which just dropped this week. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Big Boss Vette - Pretty Girls Walk (Remix) ft. Coi Leray [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Pure Trap attitude sets the track off, and the bounce isn’t just an accessory here, but a full-out active part of the vibe.

Big Boss Vette unleashes her chorus in conjunction with the talents of Coi Leray to create a remix that hits with force. Lyrical wit and a strong overall verve amps the mood on a track that is one-hundred percent brass.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock BLogger

Prisoner & Key - Set In My Ways [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Prisoner & Key delivers a brooding track that is best compared to Springsteen taking a turn at an Outlaw Country song.

’Set in My Ways’ has grit and punch and almost slips into an Industrial vibe at times. The vocals are steady and moody with a dark undertone that defines the track overall.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

DONNY D - Maria [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Donny D drops this ode to ‘Maria’ which is personified as a woman here but is a metaphor of course for marijuana. No matter the nature of the relationship we all need a bit of calm comfort now and again. The flow here popes and has a nice balance of energy and anguish to set it all off. The delivery is spot on for both timing and tone and this one that should be appeal to lots of people given the different ways the track can be taken.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Hayley Warner - Breakups Ain't Goodbye [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Can you end a relationship and still be friends? ‘Breakups Ain’t Goodbye’ addresses the emotions when the other person wants a clean break, but you hope to hold on for a while longer even if it is in a different capacity. The vocal delivery is emotive and heartfelt.

The track has a Bedroom singer/songwriter vibe and lands somewhere between Brandi Carlile and Harry Styles on the musical scope. ”

— Travis Erin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Tara Hack - Bounce [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Tara Hack delivers plenty of ‘Bounce’ with her new single. A funky little throwback with roots in Disco, the track still manages to feel fresh and contemporary despite that old school sound and rhythm.

After honing her entertainment skills as a busker in New York City, this artist is primed to break out in a big way. I dare you not to move and groove to this beat and build.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Riton - Sugar (feat. Soaky Siren) [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“GRAMMY winner RITON returns with an energetic dancefloor banger that samples 50 Cents ‘Candy Shop’ and offers the vocal talents of rising Rap star Soaky Siren. The beat is infectious and the ‘Sugar’ oh so sweet on this EDM/Hip-Hop blending vibe.

A track sure to get listeners moving and singing along by the first chorus, no matter how you want to categorize this genre being single.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Coucheron x Trip Carter x Pasha - No Love [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Sometimes a track hooks you with its brazen energy and catchy musical hook. That happened for me here. Lyrically, I did crave a bit more, but the vocal talent and vibe of the track refused to let me stop listening. The ending was a bit abrupt though I definitely will be playing this track when I need a bouncy pick me up to put a smile on my face. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Eneli - Far From Anywhere [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“A big, bold soaring number with an epic feel. Eneli delivers it in a vocal tone that reminded me of Miley Cyrus at times. This track is theatrical and hits like a romance taken a dark and emotional turn, but is deep and stubborn enough to survive even the rough times.

A sweeping track that delivers an emotional gut punch.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger