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Jake Isaac - Thinkin' 'Bout You [Music Video Review]

February 20, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos

Rating: 5 out of 5

“Do you remember when movies came with soundtrack singles?
Well ‘Thinkin’ ‘Bout You is a single that would be perfect for The Photograph soundtrack. Placed in an empty room with nothing but his guitar Jake Isaac is left with his thoughts and feelings. No matter what is going on or what changes there still be that one soul on his mind. ”
— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
February 20, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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    City the Mask - Blap! [Music Video Review]

    February 20, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Lyric Video

    Rating: 5 out of 5

    “Its one thing to rock with a song based on the energy and vibe it gives but its another when its a lyric video. City the Mask brings us Blap. Which in his definition is an aggressive, in-your-face, trap, rap single. This single will having you jumping and screaming and rocking out to it. ”
    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
    February 20, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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      CANTRELL - Understand | A COLORS SHOW [Music Video Review]

      February 17, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap

      Rating: 4 out of 5

      “CANTRELL drops a flow here that brings a chill vibe, and lyrics dripping with truths, straight from his heart. Smooth and tranquil, the vocals are still able to deliver passion and emotion that force you to stay focused in the track. The beat and melody echo the mood, giving the entire track a calm, yet meaningful ride.

      The video is straightforward with CANTRELL and a mic, but given the nature of the piece that is the only imagery needed to get the intent of this single out.”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      February 17, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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        Focus The Truth x Kyah Baby x TGIFLY - GraveDiggaz [Music Video Review]

        February 15, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “A solid dose of old-school Boom Bap and a traditional Hip-Hop flow are at the forefront of this track. Lyrically, the single is modern and fresh and brings a wealth of truth and intelligence.

        Each voice comes with a distinct sound and all three are perfect for the words they drop on us. This is a track you can listen to for years to come, and never get tired of the beat or the lyrics. Hip-Hop done right!”
        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
        February 15, 2020 /Travis Erwin
        FocusTheTruth, kyahbaby, tgifly, gravediggaz, laonlock
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          Kiara Nelson - Adore You [Music Video Review]

          February 14, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop

          Rating: 3.5 out of 5

          “Kiara Nelson delivers a Pop track that will no doubt be shared by many couples as they try to express their feelings via music. With a lively beat, that hints at Latin influences and a Hip-Hip vibe behind pop vocals, ‘Adore You’ is right at home among commercial tracks on the radio today.

          The song brings enough energy and spirit to make it float above the competition. Lyrically, the track isn’t reinventing the wheel, but sometimes the predictable can still be a lot of fun.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          February 14, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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            Stalone - Fading For U [Music Video Review]

            February 10, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos
            “In a deep desert you will find Stalone ‘Fading For U’. Covered in a symbolic wedding lace her movement allows you to feel the music from her perspective. She explains how she is not completely in existence. The water serves as an enrichment to live and grow again. ”
            — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
            February 10, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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              Anna Sophia - "Self Aware Bitch" [Music Video Review]

              February 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter

              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

              “John Hughes is gone, but his spirit is alive and well in this single from Ann Sophia. ‘Self Aware Bitch’ has that twisted high school vibe that was the trademark of the 80’s films, only this time it is created by a 16 year old actually living the material she writes.

              The track is fun, but don’t let that takeaway from the musical merit of both Sophia’s performance and her songwriting.

              The imagery of the video brings out the mood all the more and this track is yet but more fuel to launch the career of Anna Sophia into stardom.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              February 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                Romysa - Missin Out [Music Video Review]

                February 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Contemporary R&B, Pop

                Rating: 3.5 out of 5

                “This track delivers a contemporary R&B vibe with a decided Pop feel.

                Romysa has dropped a sultry bit of sass aimed at that ex who done her wrong. The lyrics are straightforward and taunting in a sexy way. The imagery of the video accentuates this vibe with Romysa striking various alluring poses.

                Both the single and the video are well-produced and engaging and the groove here is an easy one to ride with. ”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                February 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                  Native Sun - Juarez [Music Video Review]

                  February 07, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Punk, Rock

                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                  “This is in your face Rock and Roll in the style of New York Punk that hints at the past, but delivers a modern take lyrically.

                  The video begins calm enough, but the imagery is such that you know an explosion is forthcoming and Native Sun delivers exactly that. This collection of hard-rocking immigrants writes and sings about their experiences in what might be the biggest divide this country faces. And they do it with passion and verve.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  February 07, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                    Ryan Cassata - Extended Vacation [Music Video Review]

                    February 05, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Indie Rock, Folk, Music Videos

                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                    “The attitude here is what is so captivating. The lyrics, written from the heart, are belted out without a care in the world, and the result simply feels like an artist having fun by saying exactly what is on their mind without regard to getting every note perfect, or creating a flawless performance. This is music from the heart and it spoke to mine.

                    Sound wise, it feels like the Country Rock that came out of California in the 70’s,. Something in in the vein of Gram Parsons and the Flying Burrito Brothers with a modern flair.”
                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                    February 05, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                      Laney Lynx - Bad Attitudes [Music Video Review]

                      February 04, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Commercial, Music Videos

                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                      “Laney Lynx delivers the line “You’re hanging out with a whack crew, what does that say about you,’ with pure Pop sugar to her vocals, but the sentiment behind the track is a bit more tart on the tongue. Still you will want to take a bite and think this one over. The lyrics deliver the internal conflict we go through when we find a person we like but don’t really like their friends or in fact their world. That fear that you don’t fit in, or perhaps will fit in too well, only to get drug down into more than you bargained for. The arrangement makes the track light and airy but there are definitely some undertones to the writing that make this feel more complex. The imagery of the video adds to both elements to tie it all together. ”
                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                      February 04, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                        Dirtsa - Straight Out Of France [Music Video Review]

                        February 03, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos

                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                        “ Style and talent comes Straight Out Of France. With a unique and colorful visual that goes beyond what you see in tourist photos Dirsta Music comes in with a hook and colorful energy in her new single. She delivers an artistic flow and gives us a dope image of France.”
                        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                        February 03, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                          Josie Dunne - Back To It [Music Video Review]

                          February 01, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Commercial

                          Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                          “There were times that these vocals reminded me of Lorde, and then there were elements that conjured thoughts of Katy Perry. Then again, the songwriting had that Taylor Swift feel. The common link here is that all of those women are extremely talented and that too is the case with Josie Dunne.

                          Dunne is not a simulator, but rather an innovator, and this song stands tall on its own merits. Matter of fact, the entire project shines so bright that you find yourself thinking ... The last time I heard something this good it was from a well established star. Thus the inexplicable need to draw comparisons.

                          Well-established or not, Josie Dunne is a star. Catch her while shooting to the top and thank me for it later when you look like the cool music explorer than you are for telling all of your friends about Josie Dunne first.”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          February 01, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                            Grace Davies - Invisible [Music Video Review]

                            February 01, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial

                            Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                            “Grace Davies shows us the impossible with this track. “Invisible’ is about all of those wounds and traumas we can’t see. The hurts and pains lurking in our heads and hearts that are impossible to see. Nevertheless, Davies has brought them all to the surface with her emotional performance.

                            The imagery of the video also does a great job of putting faces to the the emotions of this well-written song. This is the kind of track that change peoples minds and also make us feel as if we are not alone in our struggles, but none of that comes with a sacrifice on the artistry of the performance. This is not a preachy kind of song but one that we can all experience. Have experienced. We just didn’t know how to put the feelings into words.”
                            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                            February 01, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                              Afu-Ra - Reign on Me (feat. Mann) [Music Video Review]

                              January 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                              Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                              “Afu-Ra and Mann drop a flow that hits hard in every possible way. The lyrics are razor sharp, and the message blunt. The flow cuts and dodges and weaves and is Hip-Hop at its best, from two veterans of the genre.

                              The track has plenty to say and it says it well.

                              Stand up, fight for yourself. Don’t take the system bringing you down without battling back.

                              These are the truths embedded as well as observation of the world we live in. ”
                              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                              January 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                Soleima - "Roses" [Music Video Review]

                                January 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop

                                Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                                “Unique only works when it captivates ... and WOW did Soleima captivate me with her uniqueness of tone.

                                Straight out of Denmark, this artist is no one trick pony, because the songwriting is spot on clever and packed with witty emotion and meaningful turns of surprise. The vocal performance delivers the same level of intrigue and emotion, making this track one of the most uniquely talented songs I’ve heard in months.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                January 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                  Half Waif - Ordinary Talk [Music Video Review]

                                  January 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop, Indie Electronic, Electro Pop

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “From the outset here, the hauntingly beautiful vocals are captivating and left me almost trance like. The track has a definite avant-garde vibe, and the imagery of the video hits in much the same way.

                                  The lyrics are alluring, in a voyeuristic kind of way that allows you deep into the conscious of another. Placing this track in a category is tough as there are POP influences, and songwriter vibes along with a bit of electronic beats and melody. The song is a ride through the subconscious and maybe because no one human can truly be put in a box, neither can a song such as this that feels so human. ”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  January 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                    Madison Beer - Good In Goodbye [Music Video Review]

                                    January 31, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “The track offers a few surprises early on, both in the sound and the imagery of the video, but at its heart, we have a pure Pop vibe with a cleverly written set of lyrics and an engaging sound. The chorus in particular is catchy and twisty and will have you singing along once you hear it.

                                    Madison Beer delivers an alluring and talented performance that pulls you in and keeps you both listening and watching from the very beginning.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    January 31, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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                                      #LAONLOCKEXCLUSIVE: DomoP503 - "I Know" [Music Video]

                                      January 29, 2020 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos

                                      Rating: 5 out of 5

                                      “ This song comes off lit just by the beat alone. Domo comes off as a rich prince in his new visual I know. The camera shows many aspects of him from shopping, a party boy, a trouble maker and someone who has it all. I felt his energy all over the screen and it was good. ”
                                      — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                      January 29, 2020 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                                        Josh Stevens - Home [Music Video Review]

                                        January 28, 2020 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Indie Pop

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “If you are a sucker for a nice piano ballad, with emotional lyrics, then Josh Stevens latest single, ‘Home’ is perfect for you.

                                        The track highlights the fact that home isn’t really so much a place so much, as it is the people that you find there. Going back to such a place, and finding that everyone you loved and cared for is now gone,is a sobering and difficult thing to deal with, and this song brings those feelings home. ”
                                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                        January 28, 2020 /Travis Erwin
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