Color Fields - Animal [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The imagery of the video tells a more direct story than perhaps the lyrics would by themselves, but this track has the musical chops to stand on its own as well. With a darkly alluring vibe and silky, yet sinister, vocal groove, ‘Animal’ takes us beyond the facade we often put up to what lurks deep inside. Of course sometimes the elements of ourselves we bury are the truest and best parts of ourselves. And the very parts others are desperately hoping to discover ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Dallas Thornton - Dance Till We Die [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Dallas Thornton is an entertainer in every possible way and that is evident in the rocking sweeping performance of his vocals, as well as his theatrics in the video that comes with this track. I mean this in the best possible way, but if Pauly Shore had a baby with Lady Gaga, I imagine the result would grow up to look a lot like this video.

This is anthem, a Rock celebration, an energetic stomp across the musical stage. So have fun, break out the air guitar, and the imaginary microphone and let yourself join in as we ‘Dance Till We Die.’”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

DivineDonJulio - The Book of Life [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This project is far more than a song or even a short film, though it is certainly both of those things. The vocal flow is earnest and emotional and the video well done, but is is the honest truth of the complete storytelling that truly makes this project engaging and immersive.

Take the nearly 9 minutes it takes to watch and listen, and let the impact of the emotions hit you between the eyes. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Todays Youth - Feel It [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track is an uplifting genre bender that hints at Reggae, Pop, and a vintage Rock sound without ever fully committing to any well-defined genre. The single brigns a big sweeping vibe that almost reminded me of ‘We Are The World’ in its message and spirit.

The vintage message at the end of the video is a nice touch that brings the lyrics home quite well.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Joel Blackmon - Morning [Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sometimes the greatest moments don’t last forever. Joel Blackmon is a talented singer songwriter who wants to wake up in the morning next to that special person. His new single is a summer love vibe of rolling over looking into the face of someone amazing. He longs for her to stay around even if its just until the morning.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

FORT - We’ll Burn That Bridge When We Get To It [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The duration of this song was by far the best 8 mins to my ears.Known as a cinematic rock band Fort introduces the newest single in a very live atmosphere. The intro is delicate and builds up over time to a more influenced vibe.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

GARZI x Travis Barker - Sick of Me [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“1.. 2... 3...’I’m so ‘Sick Of Me’ is an alternative single by Garzi featuring Travis Barker. The visual starts out with a road trip with a bit of car trouble episode that turns into a moment of destruction in the woods. The drums provide a fed up yet lit cadence as Garzi releases his tension vocally. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Joel James Live - Movie Kind of Timing [Music Video Review]

Rating: 5 out of 5

“ I was told that James is a multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter, cover artist, and producer and it shows in the good musical quality that he puts out. His new single ‘Movie Kind of Timing’ tells a story that is a bit emotional but he puts it all in the visual and the instruments he plays. He is a one man band that understands the heart is always attached to time. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Anine - Rosetta Stone [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Running through a grave yard Anine has a lot on his mind. You can see him in an empty warehouse telling a story of what happens when the streets cry. He tends to mix it up in his lyrics but the song remains smooth.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

BBXO - Sabotage [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Remember Right Said Fred and the ‘I’m Too Sexy’ bluster? Well BBXO has just given us the very antithesis of that long ago single.

’Sabotage’ does rely on an infectious rhythm and delivery, but the truth behind the lyrics hits with a blunt force, and while you can move and sing along to this single, you also get a smack upside the head from it for behaviors we all tend to do.”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Kiara Nelson - Kisses For Breakfast [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“The euphoria of new love is a feeling that is hard to replicate though Kiara Nelson does a good job on this track by expressing that eager bit of emotion.

’Kisses For Breakfast’ comes with a fun video that goes along well with the light, Pop-like R&B vibe to the single itself. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Thrills - ROSHAMBO [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Thrills come out with it in such a straight forward fashion here on this single, that it is impossible to look away. Call it verve or boldness or flat out confidence, but the strength of the writing is all the more powerful for the unflinching delivery.

This is a set of lyrics that demands you listen over and over again to pick up all of the thoughts and nuance behind them. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Slater Davis - Girl Out Here [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Sometimes being a woman is overwhelming. Slater Davis understands that its a hard knock life for a ‘Girl Out Here’. The visual focuses on the imperfections of a woman. It shows her not at her best and nearly not being able to take what the world is giving her. Slater Davis’s vocals focuses on a want to find the girl that was once known, but is lost. ”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Anna Graceman - Night Follows [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Ellen Degeneres is always known to recognize stars and singer songwriter Anna Graceman is surely a star. In a dramatic yet opera setting her new singe ‘Night Follows’ is her testimony of a tragic moment when she was carjacked and held at gunpoint. This song is for survivors who still battle with those traumatizing moments. Even when the night still follows you must remember you survived it all.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

The Image - Believe In Me [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“Imagination! As an idea people might call imagination a flight of fancy best utilized by little kids. But as a principle, imagination is at the heart of everything from innovation to who we are as people.

’Believe In Me’ is a track that is as nuanced and deliberate as you imagine it to be. And the masked duo comprising The Image fall in the same category. The video here is spectacular and I encourage you to listen and watch and decide for yourself what your imagination is telling you to believe in. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Marques Martin - Dance Songs [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“I love music that brings a different prospective or angle, and Marques Martin does exactly that here in this track.

Pursuing a life as a creative artist of any kind comes with naysayers and doubters, and ‘Dance Songs’ address that in a smart emotional way rather than the usual angry defiance so prevalent when dealing with so-called haters.

Truth is most don’t hate you for expressing yourself, they simply dismiss the chance you might be good or have a genuine shot to actually carve out your place in the business.

The smooth easy flow of this track is real and intelligent and true to the mindset. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Peter $un - Sometimes [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“You ever feel like sometimes things are pointless? Or sometimes shxt just doesn’t go right? Well, Peter $un’s new single ‘Sometimes’ is all the moods that you sometimes feel. His visual is colorful and lifting but realistic at the same time. He is shown in simple places like the park with a illustrated $un to represent his energy.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

A Is For Arrows - Talking In My Sleep [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“They say the best things are said when you are either intoxicated or talking in your sleep. A Is For Arrows new single ‘Talking In My Sleep’ is about the expression and feelings we tend to hold in. In a dark room with words written in red they display smiley face balloons, to show how happy one can be once they express themselves.”

— Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

Fab The Duo - Our Love Is Resistance [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“Coming with a big bold statement, Fab The Duo comes with ‘Our Love Is Resistance’ which speak loud and clear its beliefs and intentions. From the duo themselves ...

’Our Love Is Resistance’ is a power ballad in honor of Pride Month and the #blacklivesmatter movement. The music video was filmed at Stonewall, the birthplace of gay rights. With beautiful gospel harmonies, cinematic horn section, and wailing guitar, this rock anthem reminds listeners that love truly conquers all!””

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)

Lourdiz - Ground Control - [Music Video Review]

Rating: 4 out of 5

“This track hooked me with vibe and energy. That Latin beat and verve made the track come alive, and while on my first listen I did not always follow lyrically, the video does offer the chance to dive into the words.

Balancing a nice amount of swagger and attitude, the track comes with an extra bit of punch to go with the infectious tempo. ”

— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)