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The Kingston Lions - Pressure Drop [Music Review]

June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae
“We rarely feature covers but sometimes you have to make an exception and if any one is deserving of such an anomaly it is the The Kingston Lions.

This Reggae supergroup utilizes the talent of the best living musicians Jamaica has to offer. Pure bliss, pure Reggae, pure summer vibes. Nothing to critique here so fire one up, grab a Red Strip, and roll in the vibes.”
— Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
thekingstonlions, pressuredrop, laonlock
Music, Reggae
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    Chxrry22 - Main Character [Music Review]

    June 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B
    “Chxrry isn’t going to get lost on the background. Hello, no she deliver ‘Main Character’ energy on this track. The sultry Contemporary R&B song is all about attitude and sexy confidence and her tone will leave yo wanting to play whatever type of game she is leading. ”
    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
    June 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
    chxrry, maincharacter, laonlock
    Music, Contemporary R&B
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      yetep - Hate It When It's You (feat. Trella) [Music Review]

      May 30, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Future Bass, EDM
      “yetep enlists the help of Trella to deliver this Future Bass track and the pairing is perfect as the two side compliment each other perfectly to create a smooth groove.

      ’Hate It When It’s You’ is a track that you can hold tight to your partner and move as one to, or that you can sit alone and reflect about life and love. Either way you will feel this one as much as hear it. ”
      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
      May 30, 2025 /Travis Erwin
      yetep, trella, hateitwhenit'syou, laonlock
      Music, Future Bass, EDM
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        Eva James - The One You Lose

        May 30, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop, Folk
        “Unrequited love is an emotional roller coaster and Eva James unleashes a torrent of emotion about that very thing on her latest single, ‘The One You Lose.’ The tender and vulnerable delivery is paired with a tempo and beat that feels like the hammering of your heart as you feel it ache.”
        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
        May 30, 2025 /Travis Erwin
        evajames, theoneyoulose, laonlock
        Music, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop, Folk
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          Earl Hondo - WHAM I [Music Review]

          May 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap
          “Earl Hondo might sound like a spaghetti western villain, but give this track a listen and you’ll discover he’s a killer alright ... A lady killer offering up a groove you can get down to between the sheets, or cruising up the boulevard.

          Saddle up and ride the vibe!”
          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
          May 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
          earlhondo, whami, laonlock
          Music, Hip-Hop, Rap, Trap
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            April Jai - WHY CHOOSE

            May 29, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
            “April Jai described this track as her coming out musically as ‘WHY CHOOSE’ is the first of her music to mention her bi-sexuality. The sultry sensuous track is well-timed for Pride month, but good music hits any time of the year and this track comes with an undeniable vibe. ”
            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
            May 29, 2025 /Travis Erwin
            apriljai, whychoose, laonlock
            Music, Alternative, Dance, Pop
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              Ava Valianti - Distant [Music Review]

              May 23, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
              “Ava Valianti is one of those rare talents that seem to defy age. Both in her performance and writing she comes across as more savvy and wise than any fifteen year old ought to be. ‘Distant’ is a track about losing that tight bond you have with friends as you grow older. Sometimes the shift is about growing different directions and sometimes its about logistics but either way it can be tough and bewildering to let go of what once was so magical and important. Valianti captures the spirit and emotions well n this tender heartfelt song.”
              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
              May 23, 2025 /Travis Erwin
              avavalianti, distant, laonlock
              Music, Commercial, Alternative, Pop, Folk
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                The Stupid Reasons - Hot Springs [Music Review]

                May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Americana
                “The Stupid Reasons utilizes a bit of campy theatrics to deliver their track, ‘Hot Springs.’ By their own admission the song owes a tip fo the hat to David Lee Roth’s ‘Just a Gigolo,’ and it certainly delivers that same brand of tongue-in-cheek fun neatly packaged into an Indie Rock track. ”
                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                thestupidreasons, hotsprings, laonlock
                Music, Indie Rock, Americana
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                  Harry Gray - Passport Baby [Music Review]

                  May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
                  “Blurring genre lines, Harry Gray delivers a soulful groove to this Rap flow. Harry pays no mind to mainstream sounds and instead stays true to making music that evokes a spiritual response from himself and his listeners.

                  ”Passport Baby’ is a vibe that carries the listener along like a plane bound for an exotic vacation. Grab a cold drink and kick back, relaxing times are in your future when you settle into this smooth track.”
                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                  May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                  harrygray, passportbaby, laonlock
                  Music, Hip-Hop, Conscious, Contemporary R&B, Neo-Soul
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                    Miya Zawa - like damn (whoa) [Music Review]

                    May 21, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Pop
                    “The search for love tends to leave us all jaded and fed up at some point. Many of us become reluctant to love or trust but then that right person comes along and blows away those brick walls. That’s what Miya Zawa’s single, ‘likedamn (whoa)’ expresses. The energy and talent sell the emotion well and carry the listener along for the joyride.”
                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                    May 21, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                    miyazawa, likedamnwhoa, laonlock
                    Music, Indie Pop
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                      Night Talks - Gasoline [Music Review]

                      May 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Rock
                      “I’m a sucker for the timeless sound of a good Rock song and LA area band, NIght Talks know how to deliver exactly that.

                      ’Gasoline’ is Indie Rock gold about the dangers of comparing yourself to others. The lyrics are a good reminder that we are all happiest when we are simply the person we are meant to be. ”
                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                      May 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                      nighttalks, gasoline, laonlock, lareview
                      Music, Indie Rock, Alternative, Rock
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                        Sean Skyler - Follow You [Music Review]

                        May 16, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
                        “Chicago singer/songwriter Sean Skyler has been carving a place in the musical landscape while honing his craft. His latest track, ‘Follow’ You’ is a an upbeat and energetic ode to love and reckless abandon that only love can bring. A perfect feel-good summer track to put some bounce in your step and a whistle in your lips.

                        Or hey ... it could be a jaunty song about a stalker. Only sort of kidding but the track made me smile so I hope it does the same for you.”
                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                        May 16, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                        seanskyler, followyou, laonlock
                        Music, Singer/Songwriter, Pop, Folk, Rock
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                          Neena Rose - I Love You Mama (Even More) [Music Review]

                          May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
                          “In case you need one, this is your reminder that Sunday May 11th is Mother’s Day.

                          Neena Rose clearly needed no such reminder as she penned this tender loving ode to mother’s and planned the release to coincide with the holiday.

                          The track is artfully written and performed and you’d no doubt warm your own mother’s heart by sharing this track with her.”
                          — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                          May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                          neenarose, iloveyoumama, laonlock
                          Music, Contemporary R&B, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop
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                            Chloe Star - TNT [Music Video Review]

                            May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
                            “Chloe Star is breaking the mold by redefining what a Pop Star is supposed to be. The 27-year-old singer, songwriter, visual artist, and tribal advocate split her time between Los Angeles and her family’s reservation in San Bernardino while growing up. This past year Chloe’s star has been on the rise, and she is now an in demand queer performer only a short time after making her official debut in 2023.

                            ’TNT’ is a big bold party anthem that almost dares the listener to challenge the in your face lyrics. Of course Star is up to the challenge of proving she has nothing to hide and all the talent to shine. ”
                            — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                            May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                            chloestar, tnt, laonlock, lareview
                            Music, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Alternative, Pop
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                              The Gaffes - Passerby [Music Review]

                              May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Alternative, Rock, Indie Rock
                              “The Gaffes are an Alt Rock band from Chicago and they deliver the exact kind of classic Indie Rock sound that is timeless on their single, ‘Passerby.’

                              The best music often feels like you’ve heard it all your life from the very first listen and that is exactly how I felt hearing this track. I’ll be adding this one to several of my playlists and I suggest you do the same.”
                              — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                              May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                              thegaffes, passerby, laonlock
                              Music, Alternative, Rock, Indie Rock
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                                Bonfire - Tide Shadows (Feat. Ellysse Mason) [Music Review]

                                May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Indie Rock, Folk, Alternative, Rock
                                “Bonfire joins forces with Ellysse Mason to give us ‘Tide Shadows.’ An emotional Indie Rock track with hints of Folk, the song features Mason’s haunting and vulnerable vocals as well as the added layers as the track builds to give it even more emotional depth and power.”
                                — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                bonfire, tideshadows, ellyssemason, laonlock
                                Music, Indie Rock, Folk, Alternative, Rock
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                                  Roots of Creation - Move Along [Music Review]

                                  May 10, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Reggae, Ska, Dance
                                  “Roots of Creation creates a feel good vibe with ‘Move Along.’ At least musically. Lyrically the track is more about dismissing the haters, the dead weight, the roadblocks in your way. There is certainly a freedom in that and the groove here has an uplifting vibe that makes it easy to believe you can simply shrug away all the negative people. Maybe we can. Let’s give it all a shot and simply let the good times roll over us. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                  May 10, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                  rootsofcreation, movealong, laonlock
                                  Music, Reggae, Ska, Dance
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                                    Clara Lars - Better [Music Review]

                                    May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Alternative, Pop, Music
                                    “Clara Lars is a rising star and ‘Better’ is the latest track to showcase her incredible talent. This Alt Pop track explores the end of a complicated relationship and the idea that we can all emerge on the other side of difficulties with as a an improved version of ourselves if we take the lessons and avoid repeating them.”
                                    — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                    May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                    claralars, better, laonlock
                                    Alternative, Pop, Music
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                                      autolemy - Be Someone - [Music Review]

                                      May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
                                      “autolemy is a producer, songwriter and author taking a fresh approach to expressing his art via multiple mediums. Releases his albums with fully integrated novels, each novel has an accompanying album of original songs that complement scenes from the book.

                                      Be Someone is the second song from autolemy’s second album/novel ‘Assisting Fate’ - which released alst month.

                                      The song is soulful and smooth and even without the accompanying story lands with skill and precision because of the talent and emotion.”
                                      — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                      May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                      autolemy, deza, besomeone, laonlock
                                      Music, Neo-Soul, Pop, Bedroom
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                                        Yestrdy - Awful Lot [Music Video Review]

                                        May 06, 2025 by Travis Erwin in Music, Rap
                                        “Carrying the mantle of talent out of Compton, Yestrdy delivers a flow that lands somewhere between Kendrick and Yelawolf in style for the track, ‘Awful Lot.’

                                        Lyrically the track is about getting older and wiser and realizing the place you are might not align with where society expects you to be by a certain age. But it might be perfect for how you feel on the inside. This is a track about being true to yourself and who you are.”
                                        — Travis Erwin ~ LA on Lock Blogger
                                        May 06, 2025 /Travis Erwin
                                        testrdy, awfullot, laonlock, LAReview
                                        Music, Rap
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