“Break ups inspire nearly as many songs as new found love and one could argue they are even more passionate. ‘You’re The Worst’ from Eva James is such a track. Artfully written and performed, the track is an in your face ode to love gone bad.
This is in your face Indie Pop for all of us fed up and pissed off by shitty relationships and even worse people.”
“Obed Padilla now calls Oceanside home , but this Chicano singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist brings a sound that mixes his Latin roots with a Southern California flair. The sounds of Mexico and Costa Rica are tangible with his new single, ‘Broncos y Benzes,’ and the Latin hip-hop helps the track shine.”
Speaking on this new release, Obed shares; ‘I’m super excited for Broncos N Benzs to be out. I wrote it with Billy Mann and Aftrhrs. We reproduced what we had originally made and it sounds completely different from the OG version. It came out really dope. Everybody who worked on it is super talented and I’m grateful to be in the room with these guys.’”
“Hailing from New Zealand, the duo that is Made You Look gives us a stream of consciousness set of lyrics about the reflecting that goes on after a breakup. There is a dreamy ethereal quality to the delivery which is perfect for the lyrics, but also brings a bounceful energy that feels uplifting that brighter times are ahead.”
“Folk Pop just might have a new star in Zev. This former professional jump roper has transitioned from winning athletic championships to the musical stage. ‘How To hurt’ is an emotionally charged track about the bumps and bruises we all take over the course of life in the pursuit of meaningful love. Of course the physical is easier to deal with than emotional wounds and that is the true crux of this song.”
“Estella Dawn knows how to sell emotion and here on ‘Move Down Lover’ the sultry track straddles the line between sultry Soul Pop and an Alt R&B vibe. Dawn is occupying the same musical space as artists like Teddy Swims on this track but she does so with power, confidence and originality that is clearly her own.”
“This isn’t the first time we have featured one of Meagher’s tracks here at LA on Lock. The talented producer has shown diversity and precision in bring these tracks to life. ‘All Time Low’ delivers a smooth R&B groove with some nostalgic vibes tot he overall style and sound. ”
“This track is an international affair with Canadian artist ELLES joining forces with Aussies, PEPTALK to create an engaging ode to steppin out of your comfort zoon and exploring new frontiers. ‘Timezones’ is an energetic ode to shrugging off homesickness and fear of the unknown and exploring new horizons to better understand yourself.”
“Given the tumultuous times we are facing, I frankly do not think enough artists are addressing the political issues of today.
Sam Varga never thought he’d write about politics but recognized the time to speak up was upon us. ‘Minute Man’ is a genre fusing track that takes on the world we live in with artful precision while still maintaining that Commercial entertainment that brings more ears to such an important message.
It’s time the musical landscape did more to address the current state of affairs, so kudos to Sam Varga for stepping up and delivering.”
“Sometimes we know a relationship is doomed fromt he start but stillw e are ‘obsessed’ and can’t quite walk away when we should. Harvey Brittain takes a look at such a relationship and does som with Indie Pop brilliance.
The Brit is a rising talent to pay close attention to as he brings the rare combination of emotive vocal talent and emotionally in touch songwriting that rises well above the fray.”
“M-Dot lays down the hard hitting lyrics in a flow that lands with passion and precision. Confidence produced the track with a nod to the old school boom Bap that made Hip Hop what it is today. ‘24 to 1’ defies the trend of catchy hooks and instead leans into the power of verse and a well delivered flow.
Real, honest grit and emotion carry the day on this track. And I am here for it.”
“Cam Carter and Ray K team up on this hypnotic Hip Hop vibe about the fakeness that permeates through not only Southern California but society on the whole.
The beat and build almost mirrors some of the vapid Pop tracks that certainly add to the trendy fakeness of our culture but these artists do a masterful job of toeing the line between highlighting the fakeness and creating a track with bite.”
“The old adage ... if you aren’t pissed off, you aren’t really paying attention certainly applies to these times we are living in. And no genre has historically been more ready to stand up and yell in the face of tyranny than Punk.
Jersey Calling has grabbed the torch with their track ‘X Americana.’ Written in the wake of Elon Musk’s ascent to power in the Trump administration, X Americana is an anti-billionaire anthem against oligarchy in the United States.”
“Hypnautic is one half of the popular hip hop group Top Flite Empire. ‘Memories’ is a lyrical bomb just waiting to explode in your ears and heart. The track definitely is a tweener in terms of genre but that does not diminish the impact of the talent or writing.
A track to feel and complex enough to give you new nuance each new listen.”
“What’s not to love about a groove-filled jam from Roots of Creation, Afroman, and Edo.G? I mean come one you can feel this one right from the start. ‘Ride Or Die Chick’ is a mantra tof stubborn love and dedication. An ode to loyalty perhaps even when it isn’t deserved.
And the easter eggs of hits gone by is a nice addition. This is talented artists having a good time and it shows.”
“Up From Here comes with a Pop Punk style of sound on their latest song, ‘Under Your Spell.’
Maybe it’s just me, but Pop Punk and summer go together like suntan lotion and the swimming pool. Two things that simply feel right in tandem. This track has plenty of talent and a nice energy to keep listeners invested in the build.”
“Some tracks simply instill an instant vibe. ‘Shake’ from Meagher is such a track. The song brings iNdie Pop vibes and simply settles into you bones and lifts you up. This is one I;ve already given a number of listens and will continue to do so whenever I need that light airy build to sweep me up and in and chase away the negativity of the day.”
“Seems like every summer has a S-P-E-L-L-I-N-G hit song. ‘B.IT.E Me’ is lined up to take that mantle this year. Rising Aussie star, POLLY unleashes some post break-up fury in delightful fashion on this Alt Pop reminder to never piss off a songwriter. ”
“Written while watching the Olympics, this track is about achieving your goals after a life of hard work and dedication. WILD will welcome the next summer games tot heir hometown LA so perhaps they will get to play this uplifting Pop track for the very athletes that inspired it, but we can all use a dose of positivity and motivation in our day to day and this track is perfect for such playlists. ”
“Inspired by the NYT Bestselling novel by Kristin Kobes Du Mez, ‘Jesus and John Wayne’ is a bold, soul-searching anthem about reclaiming faith from the grip of politics and exclusion. Written by googly eyes reimagines spirituality as a source of healing, belonging, and radical love, especially for those the church has pushed aside.
Joy Oladokun and Allison Ponthier jin googly eyes to bring this thoughtful track to life. This is a track you can vibe to by feeling the music and hook ro you can truly reflect and feel the full power by diving into the poignant lyrical build.”
“WellBad brings some Retro Soul to your ears. The German artists has the perfect amount of emotive growl pushing his vocals straight into your ears. With an almost Gospel like devotion to the lyrics, the song is performed with heart and passion and is doing so WellBad infuses the words directly into your soul.”