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April Jai - Stop Fighting It [Music Review]

March 24, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Electro Pop, Alternative

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Am Electro Pop track about taking that next step from friends to something much more. Who will make that move to transcend and change the tone of the relationship? ‘Stop Fighting It’ is described by the artist as ... ‘your spicy ‘friends to lovers’ female empowerment song.’

April Jai utilizes her talented vocal skills to tease and taunt both the listener and subject of her desire in the lyrical build. ”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
March 24, 2023 /Travis Erwin
apriljai, stopfightingit, laonlock
Music, Electro Pop, Alternative
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    Three Second Chances - Let Me Down [Music Review]

    March 23, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Adult Contemporary, Music, Electro Pop, Commercial

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “When you really love or care about someone you tend to overlook their faults and even let them disappoint or hurt you over and over again. ‘Let Me Down’ by Three Second Chances is an Adult Contemporary track that dives into the emotions of being the one affected. The various sets of vocals play well off each other and the build is an easy one to fall in and stick with. The track feels like a bit of a throwback but is certainly contemporary enough to hold modern audiences. ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    March 23, 2023 /Travis Erwin
    threesecondchances, letmedown, laonlock
    Adult Contemporary, Music, Electro Pop, Commercial
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      Roni Bar Hadas - Mood [Music Review]

      March 22, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Bedroom

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “How could you not be in the ‘Mood’ after listening to this smooth easy Neo Soul groove? For a brief couple of seconds, this track felt a bit dated, but the arrangement quickly settled into a soulful delivery that is simply timeless. so I don’t mind admitting that first gut reaction was wrong.

      Roni Bar Hadas unfurls this vocal gem with silky, unflappable talent and the world would be a better place if everyone took time out of their hectic stressful days to vibe to some sweet sweet music like this.”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      March 22, 2023 /Travis Erwin
      ronibarhadas, mood, laonlock
      Music, Neo-Soul, Bedroom
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        High Tropics - Girlfriends [Music Review]

        March 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative

        Rating: 3.5 out of 5

        “I love music that can be taken multiple ways, because life is complex like that and we need music that fits different times and moods of our lives.

        ’Girlfriends’ can be taken as a straight up song of heartbreak and remorse for a failed relationship. Or it can be taken as an ode to that sweet girlfriend we call May Jane. Either way High Tropics delivers a gem dressed up in Indie Rock packaging that might remind you a bit of The Killers.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        March 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
        hightropics, girlfriends, laonlock
        Music, Indie Rock, Alternative
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          Broderick Jones - What Do You Want [Music Review]

          March 15, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “This is a talented track than I can imagine hearing on Tik Tok as it sends an easy simple message with a straight-forward hook. That said, the track offers more than just a catchy hook as Broderick Jones delivers an engaging vocal build to go with nuanced and provocative writing.

          Listeners will quickly latch on and sing along. The track is ripe to explode as it is highly shareable and relatable. ”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          March 15, 2023 /Travis Erwin
          broderickjones, whatdoyouwant, laonlock
          Music, Contemporary R&B, Adult Contemporary
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            Nikki White - Fairweather Friends [Music Review]

            March 14, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Nikki White taps into the past with her latest single, ‘Fairweather Friends’ which has a retro 80s feel at times, without feeling dated or coming across as interpretive. This track, about letting go of those friends who are only around for the good times, is original and fresh paying homage to the glory days of Pop.

            White’s vocals sell the lyrics well, though the writing is strong enough to stand up to repeated listens so the emotional depth is there as well.. Overall, a solid Indie Pop track that highlights the talent quite well.”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            March 14, 2023 /Travis Erwin
            nikkiwhite, fairweatherfriends, laonlock
            Music, Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Alternative
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              Shayla McDaniel - Awake [Music Review]

              March 14, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Shayla McDaniel delivers this track with a vocal precision that intensifies along with the lyrical build, and by the first chorus I was hooked for good. With each subsequent listen I felt more connected with both the words and performance. This is a track that wraps around you like a warm blanket and simply feels like genuine comfort.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              March 14, 2023 /Travis Erwin
              shaylamcdaniel, awake, laonlock
              Music, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
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                Bad Flamingo - Keep Off of You [Music Review]

                March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock

                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
                March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                badflamingo, keepoffofyou, laonlock
                Music, Indie Rock
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                  GAYLE - everybody hates me [Music Review]

                  March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Pop, Punk, Rock

                  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
                  March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                  gayle, everybodyhatesme, laonlock
                  Music, Commercial, Pop, Punk, Rock
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                    Morgan Lane - All In My Head (feat. Bailey Jehl) [Music Review]

                    March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Future Bass, EDM, Dance, Pop

                    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
                    March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                    morganlane, baileyjehl, laonlock
                    Music, Future Bass, EDM, Dance, Pop
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                      VAVO - Waitin' On It [Music Review]

                      March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Deep House, Dance, EDM

                      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
                      March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                      vavo, waitin'onit, laonlock
                      Music, Deep House, Dance, EDM
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                        Lisa Heller - Hollow [Music Review]

                        March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Bedroom, Pop, Indie Pop, Commercial

                        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
                        March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                        lisaheller, hollow, laonlock
                        Music, Bedroom, Pop, Indie Pop, Commercial
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                          Dylan Dunlap - Right [Music Review]

                          March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter

                          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
                          March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                          dylandunlap, right, laonlock
                          Music, Singer/Songwriter
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                            Dot. - Indigo [Music Review]

                            March 10, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Alternative, Pop, Indie Pop

                            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
                            March 10, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                            dot., indigo, laonlock
                            Music, Singer/Songwriter, Adult Contemporary, Alternative, Pop, Indie Pop
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                              Sitting On Stacy - I'm Not Dead Anymore [Music Review]

                              March 07, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Ska, Punk, Pop

                              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
                              March 07, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                              sittingonstacy, i'mnotdeadanymore, laonlock
                              Music, Ska, Punk, Pop
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                                The Vaxxines - Drink Beer and Destroy [Music Review]

                                March 07, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Punk

                                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
                                March 07, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                thevaxxines, drinkbeeranddestroy, laonlock
                                Music, Punk
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                                  Codefendants - Def Cons [Music Review]

                                  March 07, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Punk, Hip-Hop, Alternative

                                  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
                                  March 07, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                  codefendants, defcons, laonlock
                                  Music, Punk, Hip-Hop, Alternative
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                                    Rohan - So Paid [Music Review]

                                    March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Autotune

                                    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
                                    March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                    rohan, sopaid, laonlock
                                    Music, Rap, Neo-Soul, Autotune
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                                      Parris LaVon - WEAK [Music Review]

                                      March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap, R&B, Alternative

                                      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
                                      March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                      ParrisLaVon, weak, laonlock
                                      Music, Rap, R&B, Alternative
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                                        Big Boss Vette - Pretty Girls Walk (Remix) ft. Coi Leray [Music Review]

                                        March 05, 2023 by Travis Erwin in Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune

                                        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
                                        March 05, 2023 /Travis Erwin
                                        bigbossvette, coileray, prettygirlswalk, laonlock
                                        Music, Trap, Rap, Hip-Hop, Autotune
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