TFM King P - Ouuuu [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“TFM King P is repping the Midwest with his sound and energy. This St Louis rapper is hitting us with that ‘Ouuuu.’

Inspired by Instagram Influencers on this track, he unleashes this rapid flow with precision and a confident wit that sells the track well. Riding an infectious Trap beat and varying flow the track stays out of the steady staccato cadence that dooms so many Trap tracks to sounding exactly the same. If this track doesn’t get you moving I fear nothing will.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

sadboi - Cover You In Chocolate [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“Riding a pure Pop sound, sadboi unleashes a heartfelt love song about a long-distance relationship. Fans of Bieber, Shawn Mendes, Harry Style will enjoy this sweet track called, ‘Cover You In Chocolate.’

Loving from afar is always tough, but hey, chocolate does make most things better so perhaps this track is just what such a couple needs to feel the love and connection until they can once again come together for a taste of each other.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Estella Dawn - Just Me [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Regular readers of these reviews are no stranger to San Diego Pop star Estella Dawn, as we have featured a handful of tracks from this rising talent. ‘Just Me’ is but the latest in a strong repertoire of songs. Utilizing two different vocal flows that play off each other and help bring out the emotions this track showcases the versatility of Dawn’s talent.

The vibe is sultry defiance and the emotions range from anger to determined resolve and all of it is performed with a genuine honesty and openness that many artists struggle to find.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

REYSHA RAMI - PL4Y [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“A sultry playful build is the earmark of “PL4Y” from REYSHA RAMI. This Electro Pop track has some vintage Madonna vibes mixed with a bit of Dua Lipa inspiration.

The song is on the shorter side, though it packs a lot of energy and verve into less than two minutes. Feels like a sexual hype track in the best of ways.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Amelie Patterson - The War [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“I suppose it is rather ironic, but there is a lot of great Americana music being created by Canadians these days, and Amelie Patterson certainly joins that select group. ‘The War’ has Folk and Indie Rock elements and is tough to categorize like a lot of Americana.

No doubt there will Brandi Carlile comparisons, and that is an apt similarity, but no mistake, no matter what artists served as her inspiration, Patterson is a talented and capable artist creating her own sound. Deeply emotional and brooding in the build, this is a track that I will listen to over and over again to extract every last drop of nuance and meaning.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Francis On My Mind - I'm Alright [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Francis On My Mind comes with a Pop Funk brand of energy that is impossible to not fall in on. There is just a hint of rasp in the vocals at times, and that gave me Miley vibes though nothing about ‘I’m Alright’ feels derivative. The track has a fresh, original vibe and an soaring uplifting spirit that will keep listeners coming back for repeat listens.

This song fits with so many different mindsets, that you’ll want to add it to numerous playlists.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

OnSake x Maia Malancus - Badass Girl [Music Review]

Rating: 3.5 out of 5

“OnSake, in conjuntion with Maia Malancus traverses the line between pop and a pure EDM sound. I hear some ZZ Ward type blues lurking in the vocal tone, and the attitude drips both in the performance and the writing. ‘Badass Girl’ could be a breakup anthem or a self affirming reminder of your power and worth.

The track did drop off for me a bit on the backend and I was left craving more of that early verve, but still a single with merit.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Rah-C - Everybody is Concerned [Music Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Riding a beat and groove that soars and uplifts all on tis own, Rah-C layers in a passionate energetic flow that sweeps you into the saga that is this track. This is a hype track that will motivate and push you so a perfect add to a workout playlist or any other that you need to get you up and taking on the world. The writing is nuanced enough to give you new takes through multiple listens and keep you intrigued.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Mathilde Widding - Stronger [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Mathilde Widding brings a vocal style that falls between ZZ Ward and Amy Winehouse so fans of either are likely to appreciate this engaging track.

’Stronger’ brings a soulful groove with a decided edge and tantalizing vocals that engage from the very start. Widding is a talent that will only continue to build and grow her powerful delivery so keep an ear on this rising star.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Broadway B - Left Right [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An every man anthem, ‘Left Right’ is about marching along to the demands of responsibility and adulthood. The track offers soaring vocals and an almost gospel like R& B soul that hits like the truth and hope at the same time.

Broadway B is passionate and the vocals sweep the listener up and along while the words make you want to shout AMEN! Not in a religious way, but in life -style.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Kate Thornbury - Napkins [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Kate Thornbury’s vocals have a hint of Stevie Nicks thought he delivery style is a bit more Phoebe Bridgers or Brandi Carlile with an sound that falls between Indie Rock and Americana.

’Napkins’ starts with a bit of sunny nostalgia but takes a deeper darker turn as the track progress and the dreams that were once written on disposable napkins are long gone but the emotions of heartbreak linger on.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Annie Bartholomew - White Chapel Woman [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I was immediately intrigued by the subject matter and writing of this traditional Folk tune. Alaskan folksinger Annie Bartholomew spins a track detailing the hardships and survival of a frontier era sex worker.

In case you missed that, let me repeat it— we are talking about traditional Folk detailing the life of a Victorian era sex worker.

Originality points aside, Bartholomew unfurls her emotive vocal talent along with a lively musical build that really does tell a complete story in a short few minutes. And she does it with an engaging flair that will have me listening on repeat and digging in to hear more from this talented artist.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Alta Falls - Tried To Forget About [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“An Electro pop track about losing touch, though not that deep connection, with an old friends. The reminiscing tone of this track was intriguing and I feel like this is an underexplored theme in popular music. Alta Falls delivers a classic synth Pop sound with a modern contemporary twist.

The talent is what makes the track work, though for me the writing and unique subject and resulting emotions truly single this track out in a unique and refreshing way.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

backo - Sunshine [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track is one of those that feels light and airy and makes you feel good from the very first listen, only after you take a deeper lyrical dive do you realize the writing is a touch darker than the initial vibe. This juxtaposition makes the song all the more interesting, and means you can listen and appreciate the intent no matter your mindset or mood. Give this one a go, and let backo warm your ears with some sweet ‘Sunshine.’ ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jon Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir - Full-Handed [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Written from the perspective of a child, watching his parents’ marriage fall apart, ‘Full-Handed’ is a slow burn. A sad track that gave me modern Johnny Cash vibes. There are Country elements here but the track has an edge that better fits Rock. Maybe that lands it squarely int he Americana category but trying to pigeon-hole such a track is a waste of time. The emotions is relatable to all and the slow build here sneakily punches you in the gut. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Jadnelys - Beach House [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“There is comfort food but this track is an ode to comfort retreats ... like a ‘Beach House.’ In creating the song, Jadnelys has given the world a comfort track. Okay, so that isn’t an actual term but it should be,. The sound here is a bit nostalgic and wraps around you and leaves you sated like a good comfort meal. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

VNXI - We Are Ghosts [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“We are all in ghosts in a way. Our memories think of people no longer in our lives as how they were, rather than how they may be now in a present we are not part of..

’We Are Ghosts’ by VNXI expands on that idea and gives us a heartfelt emotional track about the way our memories play tricks on us. The track has a soft, Alternative/Indie Rock vibe that is easy to digest and connect with though lyrically the ideas longer in your mind long after the last note. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

Angel Abaya - The Bubble [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“We all live in our own little bubbles and Angel Abaya sings about that on this track. ‘The Bubble’ sounds a bit like Natalie Maines singing Pop and lyrically he track is about how sometimes we find comfort in our own little sanctuaries whereas other times we want to pop our protection and explore the world and meet new people that inhabit it. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ La on Lock Blogger

Dogboy - Rush [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track from Dogboy reminds me of the old saying ... No one gets out alive.

That statement is generally used to describe life, but in a more metaphorical sense, it can describe relationships, because while you can escape a bad relationship but the scars and emotions often lurk in the shadows and reappear to plague us somewhere down the line.

’Rush’ is a detailed look at that kind of lasting mark on our hearts and soul and the artistry on the track drives the point home with Rock precision. The track is a bit of a genre bender, but the energy and attitude carry the day quite well.”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger

RVKAH - Blind Date [Music Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“We all know that ‘Blind Dates’ can be hell, and if you ever find yourself out on one with a true narcissist, then this track will be your personals anthem.

Even if you never find yourself in this unfortunate position, you will enjoy the talent and razor sharp wit of the writing on this song. RVKAH unfurls this track with a snarky righteousness that hits with precision and deliberate aim.

Like Britney at her best.

The lesson hear is never fuck with a songwriter. ”

— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger