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ZillaKami - CHAINS [Music Video Review]

March 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Autotune, Rap, Rock

Rating: 4 out of 5

“If you like your music with a hard edge, and razor sharp attitude, ZillaKami has the sound you are craving.

’Chains’ is a take no prisoners type of track with a hard guttural delivery, and an industrial sounding guitar that drives the backing and brings out the grittiness of this writing and performance.”
— Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
March 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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Music Videos, Autotune, Rap, Rock
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    JESSIA - I'm not Pretty [Music Video Review]

    March 23, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Pop

    Rating: 4 out of 5

    “JESSIA utilizes her sharp vocal talent and smooth Pop style to deliver her body positive affirmations. ‘I’m Not Pretty’ utilizes catchy word play and a dazzling chorus to make the point that we all gotta be who we are, and chasing the rainbow of others is a utter waste of our time.”
    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
    March 23, 2021 /Travis Erwin
    jessia, i'mnotpretty, laonlock
    Music Videos, Commercial, Pop
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      Wax Owls - By My Side [Music Video Review]

      March 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Folk, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter

      Rating: 4.5 out of 5

      “Straddling that line behind a Commercial sound and Indie Folk, LA based group, Wax Owls, have that clean emotional delivery that hooks listeners across a wide spectrum of tastes. ‘By My Side’ is a nostalgic look at utopian childhood and simply makes you happy to listen. ”
      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
      March 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
      waxowls, bymyside, laonlock
      Music Videos, Folk, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter
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        912KEEM -LONG LIVE ABE [Music Video Review]

        March 10, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop

        Rating: 4 out of 5

        “A year has past but the hurt, trauma, healing and fight still exists. 912Keem releases their new song Long Live Abe. What started out as was walk/run through the city lead to a violent ending. 912Keem not only walks us through their view but they musically connect us to their emotional feelings. A lot of weight is carried but no one ever sees the scars. ”
        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

        Follow 912 KEEMInstagram: 912keemTwitter: 912keemLong Live Ahmaud Arbery

        March 10, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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        Music, Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, R&B, Conscious, Hip-Hop
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          Olivia Penalva - Love Me [Music Video Review]

          March 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Lyric Video, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial

          Rating: 4 out of 5

          “Olivia Penalva is an artist on the rise, so don’t be surprised if you hear her name and her latest single ‘Love Me’ a lot of the coming months. A feel good track with a nice energy, this could be one of those tracks that dominates airwaves and earbuds this coming summer,a s it delivers that kind of Pop magic vibe.”
          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
          March 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
          oliviapenalva, loveme, laonlock
          Lyric Video, Music Videos, Electro Pop, Commercial
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            Jordan Baumstark - Fashionably Late [Music Video Review]

            March 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

            Rating: 4 out of 5

            “Jordan Baumstark for sure conjures Mac Miller vibes, but the retro funk and groove to this track ads an old school feeling to the mix as well. This is one of those tracks that feels like something you’ve heard before from your very first listen. Not in an unoriginal copycat or tired sort of way, but in that it just feels comfortable and classic.”
            — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
            March 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
            jordanbaumstark, fashionablylate, laonlock
            Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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              Blvff x nikmoody - TRACK 2 [Music Video Review]

              March 05, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious

              Rating: 4 out of 5

              “Every artist has to hustle to carve out their place, and there are a ton of tracks highlighting that struggle, so it is a tough theme to hit and stand out. Blvff and nikmoody were able to do that here with a dark and gritty flow that feels honest and true without trying too hard. The strength is in the delivery, and the writing, and the lines land with precision allowing the listener to feel the tired determination.”
              — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
              March 05, 2021 /Travis Erwin
              blvff, nikmoody, track2, laonlock
              Music Videos, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                Casey Baer - Hollywood Hills [Music Video Review]

                February 26, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music, Commercial, Music Videos

                Rating: 4 out of 5

                “Casey Baer brings vocal power to this track about the pursuit of the dream. California and the ‘Hollywood Hills’ have long called dreamers of all types, but the struggle to stand out and achieve those goals is fraught with pitfalls and dangers and it gets damn tough to make it unscathed. This ballad details that struggle quite well, and you can feel the hope and anguish within the words.”
                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                February 26, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                caseybaer, 12am, hollywoodhills, laonlock
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                  Caleborate - Contact (ft. Kota the Friend) [Music Video Review]

                  February 26, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Lyric Video, Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                  Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                  “The writing and lyrical progression of this track hooked me in and held me for the duration of this smooth groove. Caleborate, along with Kota the Friend, did not add any unnecessary embellishments to this track relying on the truth and strong emotion to bring the words alive. The lyric video allows you to decipher the lyrics in a next level kind of way and this is simply good songwriting delivered in an unassuming manner.”
                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                  February 26, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                  caleborate, kotathefriend, contact, laonlock
                  Lyric Video, Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious
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                    Jon Hope "Where We Come From (feat. Jim Jones)" / "THS (feat. Israel Wusu)” [Music Video Review]

                    February 25, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Commercial, Conscious, Music Videos, Hip-Hop

                    Rating: 5 out of 5

                    “Principles..Hopes..Diligence.

                    Jon Hope is back with friends. He delivers ‘Where we Come From with Jim Jones and THS with Israel Wusu’. The poetic split is an introduction to survival with reflection on that Hope Shxt. People must understand that no matter how hard your life is or how deep of the hustle you are in there is still hope.”
                    — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                    February 25, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                    Commercial, Conscious, Music Videos, Hip-Hop
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                      ETHOS XCIX- Leave Me [Review]

                      February 25, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Commercial, Music Videos

                      Rating: 5 out of 5

                      “You ever wanted to talk but felt like it was pointless? ETHOS XCIX new single ‘Leave Me’ is a direct intro to a pointless feeling. The song starts with realizing you are fxcked up and can’t be saved. He recaps on things he has heard before but at the end of it all he is twisted. I also like the solo EDM instrumentals throughout the song. ”
                      — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                      February 25, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                        Arlo Maverick - Hashtag (feat. Riwo) [Music Video Review]

                        February 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Hip-Hop, Conscious

                        Rating: 4.5 out of 5

                        “Stark simple truth — that hits hard!

                        Arlo Maverick delivers lines and truths that are unfortunately far too true. The imagery of the video is powerful and the gospel like delivery of the chorus adds an emotional depth that really hits home. Strong track and video and the power of the hook hits hard.”
                        — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                        February 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                          Anja Kotar - Alone Together [Music Video Review]

                          February 19, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Electro Pop

                          Rating: 4 out of 5

                          “We have spent a lot of time in isolation this past year and the emotional toll is undeniable. Anja Kotar has distilled much of those feelings into a beautiful Pop song. ‘Alone Together’ captures the rise and fall of emotions and the sort of sweeping uncertainty that has been covering us all. ”
                          — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                          February 19, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                          anjakotar, alonetogether, laonlock
                          Music Videos, Electro Pop
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                            Ashleigh Bankx -Angel [Music Video Review]

                            February 18, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, R&B, Neo-Soul

                            Rating: 5 out of 5

                            “It’s Black History Month and Ashleigh Bankx highlights black love. Ashleigh Bankx delivers artistry in a poetic visual for her new single ‘Angel’. She highlights black love and the essence of being there for someone.

                            Ashleigh says: “‘Angel’ is about self-liberation, understanding and valuing yourself through past experiences with relationships and society. The song is about black love and centers around the concept of self-love, self-confidence, self-pride and the unity of and journey between two lovers.”
                            — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                            "Angel" is a sultry, impassioned Black love song that arrives with accompanying visuals to set the tone for Valentine's Day and anyone that's experienced the...

                            February 18, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                            Music Videos, R&B, Neo-Soul
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                              Dayway x Mike Jay Take Yo Gang - [Music Video Review]

                              February 18, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Rap, Trap

                              Rating: 4 out of 5

                              “Give a song a hard beat and you can’t help but to like it. Dayway and Mike Jay deliver a song that is full of energy but serious AF. Their latest single ‘Take Yo Gang’ is reassurance of what happens when someone crosses you.”
                              — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)

                              Follow Dayway on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daywayofficialTwitter: https://twitter.com/daywayofficialBooking email: biz4dayway@gmail.com

                              February 18, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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                              Music Videos, Rap, Trap
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                                AJ Smith - Roommate [Music Video Review]

                                February 18, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Singer/Songwriter, Indie Pop

                                Rating: 4 out of 5

                                “This track has a fun light air about it but still brings an honest and earnest vulnerability. AJ Smith is having fun here with a track written to ask his girlfriend to move in with him. the ukulele driven track tips its hat to classic doo wop, as well as other influences, and ends up just be an entertaining delight.”
                                — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                February 18, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                  STF - September Skies [Music Video Review]

                                  February 13, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Commercial, Singer/Songwriter

                                  Rating: 4 out of 5

                                  “Simple honesty in the trademark of this track by STF. Genuine emotions are to be found not only in the actual songwriting, but the tender delivery as well. Reminded me a bit of Phillip Phillips. Add this one to your reflective playlists for those times you want to take a calm memory trip into your past.”
                                  — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                  February 13, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                    LiBand - Soulja Mentality [Music Video Review]

                                    February 13, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Rap, Autotune

                                    Rating: 4 out of 5

                                    “We recently featured another track from LiBand and that one delivered with unflinching bravado and confidence. This time the flow is a bit more low key, but the unique tone carries the day.

                                    Layed over trap keys and skittering 808s, this flow is more of a steady resolve and mindset than a swaggering boast. In this diversity of styles and sounds, LiBand impresses and verifies he is an artist that is here to stay.”
                                    — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                    February 13, 2021 /Travis Erwin
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                                      TEKE::TEKE - Meikyu [Music Video Review]

                                      February 11, 2021 by Travis Erwin in Music Videos, Punk, Rock, Indie Rock

                                      Rating: 4 out of 5

                                      “This track hit me like a fever dream. A dream I might have after getting drunk on Sake and then falling asleep while watching Pulp Fiction. I gotta be straight up honest and say I’m not sure what captivated me so much on this track, because I can’t translate a word lyrically, but the Japanese Surf Rock sound hooked me and wouldn’t let go.”
                                      — Travis Erwin (LA on Lock Blogger)
                                      February 11, 2021 /Travis Erwin
                                      TEKE::TEKE, meikyu, laonlock
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                                        MAGUIRE - Melt [Music Video Review]

                                        February 08, 2021 by Kreadiv Kesh in Music Videos, Commercial

                                        Rating: 4 out of 5

                                        “Maguire’s new single ‘Melt’ is a ballad with emotive vocals.

                                        As she stands in a hall way she begins walking and searching for the truth. As she finds him their souls are shown connecting in a peaceful dance. The singer songwriter just doesn’t deliver us a new song off her forthcoming EP “Fantasies” she delivers us art.”
                                        — Kreadiv Kesh (LA On Lock Blogger)
                                        February 08, 2021 /Kreadiv Kesh
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